Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid — July 11, 2054. England ended their World Cup campaign on a high, dismantling Chile 6–1 in a dazzling display of attacking football to claim third place at the 2054 World Cup. The emphatic win provided some consolation for the reigning champions following their semi-final heartbreak against Spain.
It took just five minutes for Edon Chafer to open the scoring from the penalty spot after a VAR review confirmed the foul inside the box. Peter Mutiu doubled the advantage with a precise finish after 31 minutes, before Bastian Balladares briefly gave Chile hope with a powerful effort five minutes later.
However, England’s response after the break was ruthless. Kostas Themistolkeous added a brace, first with a well-placed header and then a composed finish to make it 4–1, while Jermaine McLellan and McAuley Civzels completed the scoring flurry. The Chelsea striker’s performance earned him the Player of the Match award, capping off a tournament where he emerged as one of England’s brightest young stars.
The result ensures England maintain their remarkable record of top-four finishes in recent tournaments, and manager Calin Dimario confirmed post-match that he would step down following the campaign, bringing an end to a trophy-laden tenure that included multiple international titles.
With Spain and Italy contesting the final, England can take pride in a strong showing — their quality and depth once again on full display under Dimario’s steady leadership.